Accountant/Assistant Accountant

You will work with a diverse range of individual and business clients preparing income tax returns, financial statements, and associated workpapers. You will prepare and lodge BAS and IAS, perform bank and account reconciliations, assist with tax planning and general taxation matters, liaise with clients and the ATO, work with accounting software including Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks, assist senior accountants with more complex client matters, and perform general accounting and taxation duties.

Key responsibilities

Preparation of individual, company, trust and partnership income tax returns

Preparation of financial statements and associated workpapers

Preparation and lodgement of BAS and IAS

Bank and account reconciliations

Assisting with tax planning and general taxation matters

Liaising with clients and the ATO

Working with accounting software including Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks

Assisting senior accountants with more complex client matters

General accounting and taxation duties

About you

At least 2 years of Australian public practice accounting experience

Degree in Accounting, Commerce or a related field

Experience preparing Australian income tax returns and financial statements

Good understanding of Australian taxation and GST

Experience using Xero and other accounting software

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple jobs and meet deadlines

A willingness to learn and develop professionally

Ability to work independently and as part of a small team

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